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Alexander Boldachev
Swiss-Russian harpist and composer
ALEXANDER BOLDACHEV
SWISS-RUSSIAN HARPIST AND COMPOSER
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ALEXANDER BOLDACHEV
Alexander Boldachev is a harpist, composer, conductor, and producer, widely recognized as a leading figure in classical crossover and for redefining the role of the harp in contemporary music. European media have described him as an artist who has brought the instrument into the 21st century, expanding its artistic language and audience.
He has performed in more than 50 countries across five continents, appearing at major venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Musikverein in Vienna, and the Elbphilharmonie, as well as at unconventional stages including Burning Man. Boldachev performed at the FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony, sharing the stage with Robbie Williams. He is an official artist of Salvi Harps. His work has also intersected with the worlds of fashion and design through collaborations and endorsements involving Bvlgari (Swiss Family), FENDI, Fornasetti, Burberry, Jacob Cohen and Dolce & Gabbana.
A prolific creator, Boldachev has written and arranged over 300 works, blending classical virtuosity with rock, jazz improvisation, electronic soundscapes and music for film, games, and anime. His recordings for labels including Indésens Calliope Records, Prima, and Da Vinci Classics have received international recognition, including an ICMA nomination, as well as awards such as the Prix Walo, Aoyama Award (Japan) and Akademia Award (USA). In parallel with his performing career, he is an Adjunct Professor at Azusa Pacific University and a Guest Professor at the Royal Academy of Music (London), Milan Conservatory and the Faculty of Music in Belgrade. Actively involved in theatre, film and social initiatives, he is the founder of World Harp Day and the Zurich Harp Festival.

Boldachev’s artistic vision is driven by a single belief: that everything is possible — using the harp as a universal voice to connect cultures, genres and communities worldwide.

Discography

Rutka
Alpenbach
Pop meets Classical (Vol.2)
War and Peace
Pop meets Classical (Vol.1)
Harp Stories
From Russia with Harp
Frédéric
Musical Adventure
The Harp as an Orchestra
Repertoire
Russian Classical
International Classical
Crossover
Harp and Orchestra
Harp and String Orchestra
Harp and Violin
Harp and Saxophone
Harp and Flute
Harp and Cello
Harp and Piano
Harp and Ballet
Harp and Voice
Russian Classical
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International Classical
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Crossover
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Harp and Orchestra
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Harp and String Orchestra
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Harp and Violin
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Harp and Saxophone
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Harp and Flute
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Harp and Cello
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Harp and Piano
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Harp and Ballet
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Harp and Voice
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  • © Carnegie Hall
    Alexander Boldachev has added to the harp literature and crossed musical boundaries on the instrument

  • © Times of Malta
    Alexander’s playing has been hailed as “brilliant”, “impressive” and “deeply musical with a strong technique”
  • © Ubyssey
    Boldachev is a young, energetic composer, and his music is full of inspiration from self-improvisation and pop elements
  • © Il Giornale della Musica
    "Alexander is not just an extraordinarily talented musician; he is an artist who has chosen to use his own fame to support others"
  • © BachTrack
    As well as being a fine musician, he also proved to be an amiable host: he clearly knows how to work a crowd
  • © The Society of Composers & Lyricists
    Alexander has expanded the harp beyond the technical possibilities of the instrument
  • © HarpColumn
    Boldachev’s music is as boundless as his traveling


  • © The Guardian - FIFA World Cup Opening
    Robbie Williams is singing Let Me Entertain You… Now Alexander Boldachev, the harpist, is playing for us

© Carnegie Hall
Alexander Boldachev has added to the harp literature and crossed musical boundaries on the instrument
© HarpColumn
Boldachev’s music is as boundless as his traveling
© The Society of Composers & Lyricists
Alexander has expanded the harp beyond the technical possibilities of the instrument
© Il Giornale della Musica
"Alexander is not just an extraordinarily talented musician; he is an artist who has chosen to use his own fame to support others"
© BachTrack
As well as being a fine musician, he also proved to be an amiable host: he clearly knows how to work a crowd
© Times of Malta
Alexander’s playing has been hailed as “brilliant”, “impressive” and “deeply musical with a strong technique”
© Ubyssey
Boldachev is a young, energetic composer, and his music is full of inspiration from self-improvisation and pop elements
© The Guardian - FIFA World Cup Opening
Robbie Williams is singing Let Me Entertain You… Now Alexander Boldachev, the harpist, is playing for us
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Aliona Ziuskina
Personal Management
+375 29 748 84 82
aliona@alexanderboldachev.com
Polina Skryabina
Private Tuition
+41 76 250 43 86
polina.skryabina@gmail.com

  • Germany

    Artemon Music GmbH - Natalia Semiletopulo

    +49 163 278 32 59

    natalia@artemon-music.de

  • Turkiye

    KAM MANAGEMENT - Ruya Evren

    +90 532 689 0 414

    ruya@konserarkasi.com

  • France

    Claire Laballery

    +33 6 86 75 03 10

    contact@clairelaballery.com

  • Spain & South America

    BAM - Belén Alonso

    +34 607249734

    b.alonsomonedero@gmail.com

  • United States & Canada

    KMP Artists

    +1 312 342 7898

    info@kmpartists.com

  • Mexico

    MuchiMusic

    +52 55 2883 2672

    josemaria@muchimusic.com

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